Serving 52 students in grades 9-12, Full Circle High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Full Circle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Full Circle High School's student population of 52 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Full Circle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Full Circle High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
46%
23%
Black
19%
10%
White
31%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Full Circle High School's ranking?
Full Circle High School is ranked #652 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Full Circle High School often compared to?
Full Circle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brockton Champion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Full Circle High School?
The graduation rate of Full Circle High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Full Circle High School?
52 students attend Full Circle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Full Circle High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Full Circle High School?
Full Circle High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Full Circle High School offer ?
Full Circle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Full Circle High School part of?
Full Circle High School is part of Somerville School District.
In what neighborhood is Full Circle High School located?
Full Circle High School is located in the East Somerville neighborhood of Somerville, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Somerville.
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